Keystone logo
Open University BA (Honours) in Religion, Philosophy and Ethics
Open University

BA (Honours) in Religion, Philosophy and Ethics

Online United Kingdom

3 up to 6 Years

English

Full time, Part time

05 Sep 2024

Oct 2024

GBP 21,816 *

Distance Learning

* total cost; part-time at a rate of 60 credits is £3,636 per year

Key Summary

    About: The BA (Honours) in Religion, Philosophy and Ethics offers an in-depth exploration of the relationships between religion, philosophy and ethical practices. You'll engage with diverse perspectives and develop critical thinking skills while examining major philosophical and ethical questions across cultures and historical contexts.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue roles in areas such as education, social work, public policy, and spiritual leadership. This program equips you for a variety of careers that require strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Introduction

In this qualification, you’ll explore human systems of thought and practice, both ‘secular’ and ‘religious’, in ways which allow you to engage with wide-ranging and often controversial issues affecting different cultures and societies across Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe.

You’ll investigate current questions and themes in these disciplines from both historical and contemporary perspectives. This includes the ethics of war, political justice, multiculturalism, racism, religious nationalisms, moral philosophy, the ‘sanctity of life’ and pilgrimage. In engaging with the core disciplines of religious studies and philosophy, you’ll develop critical skills and expertise across a range of key approaches and methodologies.

Key features

  • Engage with key philosophical debates about ethical and other fundamental questions
  • Learn about the traditions of Christianity, Islam and Hinduism as they relate to various cultures and societies
  • Investigate selected classic and contemporary philosophers and a range of religious practices and beliefs.
  • Develop skills of critical analysis, empathy and communication relevant to a wide range of careers.

Accessibility

Our qualifications are as accessible as possible, and we have a comprehensive range of support services. Our BA (Honours) Religion, Philosophy and Ethics uses a variety of study materials and includes the following elements:

  • Online study - most modules are online; some have a mix of printed and online material. Online learning resources could include websites, audio/video, and interactive activities
  • Pre-determined schedules - we’ll help you to develop your time-management skills
  • Assessment in the form of short-answer questions, essays, and examinations
  • Feedback - continuous assessment includes feedback from your tutor and using this to improve your performance
  • Online tutorials
  • Group-work

How long it takes

  • Part-time study - 6 years
  • Full-time study - 3-4 years
  • Time limit - 16 years
Read more on the institution's website

Program Outcome

Curriculum

Admissions

Program Tuition Fee

Career Opportunities

Program delivery

About the School

Questions